Kurhotel Bad Rodach an der ThermeNatur

Surrounded by venerable old trees, this listed manor house has been owned by the same family since 1839. It boasts a delightful beer garden overlooking a small lake. Your hosts put everything they have into providing friendly service and fresh, seasonal regional cuisine. Their focus on quality is apparent in their selection of ingredients, some of which they make themselves. House-made spreads, sauces, brandies etc are also available for purchase. Should you wish to stay the night in this lovely, quiet spot, there are two flats in the former brewery, chic, modern double rooms in the coach hous

Chef-patron Domenik Alex, alongside Madlen Häckel, represents the fifth generation to run this family business, which has been in existence since 1886. "A balance between living tradition and creative zeitgeist" is their motto. A fine dining set menu comprising six courses is served Wed-Sat, starting at 6.30pm for all diners. Rich in flavour and inspired by creative, modern influences, the seasonal cuisine makes use of premium-quality ingredients – some home-grown. At lunchtime on Sundays, you can also come here for the concise à la carte menu replete with traditional Franconian fare in the ve

A delightfully unpretentious restaurant run by a pleasant team in Coburg's old town. The modern interior is lovely, and the service is friendly, attentive and professional. Seasonal dishes with international influences are rustled up in the partially visible kitchen. The lunch menu is somewhat more limited. Tip: Visit the palace, Schloss Ehrenburg, opposite. For motorists: There are two underground car parks (Albertplatz and Mauer) underground car park just a four-minute walk from the restaurant.

This stunning castle, which is mentioned in written records as early as the 14C, boasts an idyllic location in beautiful grounds. In addition to their tastefully decorated hotel, Alexandra and Andreas Rehberger run this appealing restaurant with a winter garden overlooking the castle courtyard. The chef-patron – no stranger to the restaurant scene – turns his hand to cooking contemporary seasonal cuisine with ingredients from the region; the proprietress delivers Austrian charm and good wine recommendations.

This friendly, well-run restaurant with its appealingly pared-back style adjoins the historical building of a grain mill, which has been converted into guest accommodation. Service is provided by attentive and professional staff, as you tuck into Mediterranean, regional and seasonal cuisine. In addition to à la carte dishes, a set menu is also available.

It is no wonder that this inn run by Bettina Hofmann attracts so many regulars – diners are won over by the cosy, elegantly furnished interior, as well as the exceptional food. Her appetising cuisine is regional, seasonal and dotted with modern influences, and the wines are excellent. In addition, they serve a vegetarian set menu. The service is friendly and well organised. There are also comfortable guestrooms. The eggs served at breakfast are laid by the establishment's own hens!

Housed in an attractively converted railway building dating from 1904, this restaurant proposes ambitious cuisine that takes its cue from the seasons – available à la carte or as a set menu. Dine al fresco in the courtyard or on the terrace facing the railway line. A table in the wine cellar, surrounded by Spanish red wines, comes highly recommended.